First...I am a 1911 addict! I love em'!! However..there are a couple questions that I have.
#1 Why are Para and Taurus looked down upon by the gun community? Is it the dependability.., reputation, or is it just the snobbery? Are they the Yugo of 1911's?
#2 Even though the Ruger SR1911 is really hot right now, I am being told by a few dealers that the only reason they are hot is because they are cheap. All cast frame..and not of the best quality.
I have a few Kimbers, les Baer & Springfields. I paid up for some of them for I know they are quality and at this time in my life, I am able to purchase them..plus I have a great credit line!
My Son is wanting to get involved in target with me which is fantastic, but he has a budget. I keep pulling him off these cheap models listed above and trying to get a deal on a nicer one for him. Am I being too snobbish? Am I misguided? Do these guns actually shoot well and are they dependable? Throw a few accurate opinions or facts my way, so that I can help my kid get his first 1911, Thanks to all!
#1 Why are Para and Taurus looked down upon by the gun community? Is it the dependability.., reputation, or is it just the snobbery? Are they the Yugo of 1911's?
#2 Even though the Ruger SR1911 is really hot right now, I am being told by a few dealers that the only reason they are hot is because they are cheap. All cast frame..and not of the best quality.
I have a few Kimbers, les Baer & Springfields. I paid up for some of them for I know they are quality and at this time in my life, I am able to purchase them..plus I have a great credit line!
My Son is wanting to get involved in target with me which is fantastic, but he has a budget. I keep pulling him off these cheap models listed above and trying to get a deal on a nicer one for him. Am I being too snobbish? Am I misguided? Do these guns actually shoot well and are they dependable? Throw a few accurate opinions or facts my way, so that I can help my kid get his first 1911, Thanks to all!